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We help employers hire vetted veteran professionals by owning sourcing, screening, and coordination end-to-end — so you can hire faster with less internal lift.

Veteran recruiting is the practice of sourcing and hiring military veterans for civilian roles by translating military experience into job-relevant skills and matching candidates to the right work environment.

Guidon Talent Partners operates as an independent contractor for Goodwin Recruiting LLC. This partnership gives us access to Goodwin's established recruiting infrastructure, tools, and nationwide employer network — while allowing us to maintain our veteran-first mission and personalized approach. You get the best of both worlds: a dedicated veteran recruiting specialist backed by a proven recruiting organization. You can view James Turner's Goodwin Recruiting profile at goodwinrecruiting.com/recruiter/james-turner.

Through our partnership with Goodwin Recruiting, you gain access to a broader talent pipeline, proven recruiting processes, and additional resources — all while working directly with a veteran-owned firm that understands military talent. It means stronger candidates, faster fills, and a partner with both specialized expertise and institutional support.

We primarily support hiring in IT, AI and data-related roles, Healthcare, and Hospitality. We focus on roles with strong growth potential and clear impact.

We're Atlanta-focused with nationwide recruiting capabilities. Our primary market is the Atlanta MSA, but we serve employer clients across the country.

A typical timeline is 4–6 weeks, depending on role complexity, interview speed, and compensation alignment.

We're performance-based: you only pay when you make a successful hire. There are no upfront recruiting fees.

To us, "mission-ready" means a candidate is prepared to perform in a civilian environment — clear communication, role-relevant skills, coachability, and the ability to operate with ownership and accountability.

Our process is simple and structured: (1) Intake call to align on role, must-haves, and timeline. (2) Sourcing and outreach. (3) Screening for skills, readiness, and culture fit. (4) Shortlist with clear notes on why each candidate fits. (5) Interview coordination and feedback loops. (6) Offer support through acceptance and start date.

A clear job description (or a quick call to build one), compensation range and location/remote expectations, must-have skills vs nice-to-haves, and interview steps and decision-maker availability.

Veterans often bring leadership under pressure, strong teamwork, and a bias toward execution — especially when expectations and ownership are clear.

Yes. We're a veteran-owned, minority-owned business, and we help employers build strong teams by widening access to disciplined talent.

We help you translate your military experience into civilian language, connect you with transition support through trusted partners, and guide you into roles that fit your strengths.

Yes. We help you turn military responsibilities into clear, employer-friendly achievements and keywords — without fluff.

No. We can't guarantee a job offer, but we can give you a clear plan, improve your positioning, and connect you to real opportunities.

Start here: (1) Clarify your target role(s) and location/remote preference. (2) Translate your experience into 5–8 measurable bullet points. (3) Build a LinkedIn profile that matches your target role keywords. (4) Practice a 30-second "civilian intro" — who you are and what you do. (5) Apply consistently and track outcomes weekly.

Yes. We partner with VSOs and transition resources so you can get support that goes beyond job placement.